This 1954 Verve release showcases Count Basie's orchestra in a set of swinging big band numbers. The album is a prime example of the bandleader's signature sound during the mid-1950s.
- The album was recorded over two sessions in 1954, with arrangements by Ernie Wilkins and Frank Foster.
- "Basie" reached number 3 on Billboard's Top Jazz Albums chart in 1955.
- The Verve label was founded by Norman Granz, who was instrumental in jazz recording and production during this era.
William "Count" Basie was an American jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader from New Jersey. He is best known for leading his highly acclaimed jazz orchestra, the Count Basie Orchestra. In 1954, Basie was at a career high, having recently signed with Verve Records and released several successful albums. This album, "Basie," was a significant release during this productive period.
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